Super Bowl Sunday 2026: Start time, date, channel, and who’s playing
Super Bowl LX is not today. The NFL title game is next Sunday, and the matchup is set: the New England Patriots will face the Seattle Seahawks in Santa Clara, California. With game-week events starting Monday, the biggest questions are straightforward: when it kicks off, where to watch, and what time to tune in so you don’t miss the opening drive.
When is Super Bowl Sunday 2026?
Super Bowl Sunday is February 8, 2026 (ET). That’s the date for Super Bowl LX, the championship game for the 2025 NFL season.
If you’re asking “is the Super Bowl today,” today is Monday, February 2, 2026, so the answer is no—it’s six days away.
What time does the Super Bowl start?
Kickoff is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, February 8, 2026.
Pre-game coverage generally begins hours earlier, but if your goal is to be seated before the ball is kicked, plan to be ready by 6:00 p.m. ET to catch the opening buildup and introductions.
Who is playing in the Super Bowl?
The teams are:
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New England Patriots
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Seattle Seahawks
It’s a rematch of the Patriots-Seahawks Super Bowl from the 2014 season era, adding extra intrigue for longtime fans. This time around, both teams arrive with new leadership and a different roster core, but the name recognition alone has pushed the storyline into “classic matchup” territory.
What channel is the Super Bowl on?
The Super Bowl will air on NBC this year (U.S. broadcast). Spanish-language options are also available on Telemundo and Universo, and the game will stream on Peacock. Mobile streaming options include NFL+.
If you’re specifically searching “CBS channel”: it’s not on CBS this year. CBS carried some recent Super Bowls, but Super Bowl LX is on NBC.
Quick facts: Super Bowl 2026 at a glance
| Item | Detail (ET) |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, February 8, 2026 |
| Kickoff time | 6:30 p.m. ET |
| Location | Levi’s Stadium (Santa Clara, California) |
| Matchup | Patriots vs. Seahawks |
| U.S. TV broadcast | NBC |
| Main streaming option | Peacock |
| Spanish-language broadcast | Telemundo, Universo |
What to watch for before kickoff
Game week formally ramps up with team media events and daily availability leading into Sunday. For viewers, the practical watchpoints are:
The pregame show: If you enjoy the player stories, tactical breakdowns, and on-field shots as the stadium fills, tuning in earlier is the easiest way to avoid scrambling at 6:29 p.m. ET.
Halftime timing: Halftime doesn’t have a fixed clock time because it depends on game flow, but it typically lands around 8:00–8:30 p.m. ET. If you’re planning around the halftime show, that’s the safest window.
Postgame: The trophy presentation and MVP ceremony begin quickly after the final whistle, so if you’re recording, add buffer time beyond the listed game slot.
Sources consulted: NFL; Reuters; ABC News; NBC Sports
